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Infographic: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Facts and Stats

March 5, 2015

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot in a vein deep in your body. Learn more about signs, risks, treatment and prevention of the DVT. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: birth control, blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, heart attack, infographic, medical mondays, vein problems
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Infographic: Milk – Which Type Is the Best Option?

February 21, 2015

Dairy-free milk options have become a hot topic recently. Discover how different dairy and non-dairy options stack up. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: almond milk, coconut milk, Dairy, dairy-free milk, infographic, milk, Nutrition, rice milk, soy milk
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

So Sweet: The Surprising Health Benefits of Flowers

February 17, 2015

Flowers have become a universal sign of love, but there other reasons to love them! Discover the many mental health benefits of flowers. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alternative medicine, flowers, infographic, medical benefits, relaxation, snake bites, swine flu
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Infographic: Health Benefits of Chocolate

February 9, 2015

Chocolate lovers rejoice! Check out our chocolate infographic and discover the health benefits of chocolate, from heart health to stress-busting effects. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: chocolate, cocoa, dark chocolate, health benefits, heart disease, Heart Health, infographic, mental health, stress reduction, stroke
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10 Tips to Avoid Winter Slips, Trips, and Falls

January 30, 2015

Follow these 10 tips to make sure you're staying safe this winter when walking around in snowy and icy conditions. Learn More

Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: fall prevention, falling, infographic, winter, winter safety
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Everything You Need to Know About Pap Smears and Cervical Cancer Screenings

January 28, 2015

Learn about Pap smears, cervical cancer screening tests, guidelines, and FAQs. Discover how early detection can save lives and reduce cancer risks. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Cancer Society, cancer awareness, cervical cancer, gynecologic cancer, infographic, pap smear, pap smear test
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Health Benefits of Peppermint

December 25, 2014

Discover the health benefits of peppermint, from relief of IBS symptoms to improved memory and concentration. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: benefits, infographic, peppermint, winter
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Home Alone: The Truth Behind the Booby Traps

December 24, 2014

The injuries Kevin McAllister inflicted on the villians of Home Alone would be much more severe than a few screams and burns as shown in the film. Learn mo Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: burns, holidays, home alone, infographic, injuries, movie, safety, trauma
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Infographic: Calories in Your Favorite Winter Drinks

December 23, 2014

Discover the calories in your favorite winter drinks so you can make better decisions this holiday season. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: calories, Christmas, eggnog, infographic, peppermint, winter